Can anybody compare GT”x” front end scrapping vs 911?
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Can anybody compare GT”x” front end scrapping vs 911?
Hi:
inam moving from a 2015 911 C4S with the lowered SPASM. I’m constantly scrapping my front end on the slightest incline.
i was wondering if any former 911 SPASM option is able to compare the cars.
My ‘19 will be a GTC coupe.
Thanks!
popspin
inam moving from a 2015 911 C4S with the lowered SPASM. I’m constantly scrapping my front end on the slightest incline.
i was wondering if any former 911 SPASM option is able to compare the cars.
My ‘19 will be a GTC coupe.
Thanks!
popspin
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My 2015 GT3 scrapes like a byooitch even with Front Axle Lift activated, which has to be deployed on pretty much any incline or speedbump. Fortunately the plastic front lip is a couple hundred dollar replacement so I consider it a wear item and treat it as such.
Still the sound of the lip scraping is like nails on chalkboard.
My 2018 AMG GTS has much better clearance. I have heard it scrape on exactly 2 occasions but there's no visible marks. Last time I ran my fingers under the front lip I couldn't feel any scrapes, maybe they're located farther back.
Still the sound of the lip scraping is like nails on chalkboard.
My 2018 AMG GTS has much better clearance. I have heard it scrape on exactly 2 occasions but there's no visible marks. Last time I ran my fingers under the front lip I couldn't feel any scrapes, maybe they're located farther back.
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Rather different experience here. My 2015 GT3 was fine, never scraped with the lift and only a few times with it down.
My GTR scrapes quite a bit because it doesn't have a lift. Also unique to the GTR is the active aero that drops down over 50mph (i think). If you like going fast on bumpy roads(like me!) you'll scrape this a lot but it can't be seen so no issues as long as its just cosmetic!
My GTR scrapes quite a bit because it doesn't have a lift. Also unique to the GTR is the active aero that drops down over 50mph (i think). If you like going fast on bumpy roads(like me!) you'll scrape this a lot but it can't be seen so no issues as long as its just cosmetic!
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Thanks for the replies. Very helpful.
Yes, on the 911, scrapping seems to damage only the inexpensive lower bumper lip. I figured on replacing it just before turning the 911 back to Porsche. But it’s very irritating to have to slow down to a crawl so often.
Based on the responses from less a GT 911 model I expect some improvement moving to the GTC.
Cant wait...
popspin
Yes, on the 911, scrapping seems to damage only the inexpensive lower bumper lip. I figured on replacing it just before turning the 911 back to Porsche. But it’s very irritating to have to slow down to a crawl so often.
Based on the responses from less a GT 911 model I expect some improvement moving to the GTC.
Cant wait...
popspin
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Thanks for the replies. Very helpful.
Yes, on the 911, scrapping seems to damage only the inexpensive lower bumper lip. I figured on replacing it just before turning the 911 back to Porsche. But it’s very irritating to have to slow down to a crawl so often.
Based on the responses from less a GT 911 model I expect some improvement moving to the GTC.
Cant wait...
popspin
Yes, on the 911, scrapping seems to damage only the inexpensive lower bumper lip. I figured on replacing it just before turning the 911 back to Porsche. But it’s very irritating to have to slow down to a crawl so often.
Based on the responses from less a GT 911 model I expect some improvement moving to the GTC.
Cant wait...
popspin
I assume the GTC lip is comparable height to the GTS. Sounds like the GTR is lower.
